OXFORD — Civil rights leader Myrlie Evers-Williams told graduates at the University of Mississippi on Saturday they have the power “to do what is right, to do what is just” and make the world a better place. “I believe in you, and I hope you believe in yourselves, too,” Evers-Williams said during a commencement ceremonyRead the story …
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Myrlie Evers-Williams’ Commencement Address Full of Memorable Moments
May 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Here are some memorable excerpts from Myrlie Evers-Williams commencement address at the University of Mississippi: “As the sun began to come out, it reminded me of one word: belief. Work toward that belief and it will become a reality.” “One other word that speaks to who and what you are and whatRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams Encourages 2013 UM Graduates to ‘Soar and Be Free’
Civil rights pioneer presented with Humanitarian Award; reflects upon painful past, acknowledges progress while calling for better world
May 11, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Declaring her belief in their individual and combined power, renowned civil rights activist and author Myrlie Evers-Williams challenged University of Mississippi graduating seniors to become active in making the state, nation and world a better place for all people. “I believe in you, and I hope you believe in yourselves, too,” Evers-WilliamsRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams to Deliver UM Commencement Address
Civil rights pioneer to address 2013 graduates and families May 11 in the Grove
April 25, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Renowned civil rights activist and author Myrlie Evers-Williams is set to return to the University of Mississippi May 11 to deliver the main address at the university’s 160th Commencement. Evers-Williams, who worked for more than 30 years to seek justice for the 1963 murder of her well-known civil rights activist husband, MedgarRead the story …
Overby Center Event to Reflect on Medgar Evers’ Career
Myrlie Evers-Williams headlines panel to commemorate 50th anniversary of husband's death
April 3, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of civil rights leader Medgar Evers, will join two other prominent Mississippians to discuss her late husband’s life and career at 5 p.m. Friday (April 5) in the Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics at the University of Mississippi. Evers-Williams rose to fame herself as a civil rightsRead the story …
Overby Center Event to Reflect on Medgar Evers’ Career
Myrlie Evers-Williams headlines panel to commemorate 50th anniversary of husband's death
April 2, 2013 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of civil rights leader Medgar Evers, will join two other prominent Mississippians to discuss her late husband’s life and career at 5 p.m. Friday (April 5) in the Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics at the University of Mississippi. Evers-Williams rose to fame herself as a civil rightsRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams
February 12, 2013 by
“Any serious discussion of the civil rights movement’s future must deal with at least four moral and organizational imperatives: stewardship, inclusiveness, concern for the disadvantaged and rededication to nonviolence as both ethical and effective tools for struggle.” – Myrlie Evers-Williams It was February1995. With these words, Myrlie Evers-Williams began her legendary tenure as chairman ofRead the story …
Myrlie Evers-Williams Keynote Speaker at 50 Years of Integration Event
March 8, 2012 by
Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of Civil Rights Activist Medgar Evers, opened the University’s “50 Year’s of Integration” events recently by delivering a keynote address at Fulton Chapel. Produced by Mary Stanton.
Myrlie Evers-Williams Keynote Speaker at 50 Years of Integration Event
March 7, 2012 by
Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of Civil Rights Activist Medgar Evers, opened the University’s “50 Year’s of Integration” events recently by delivering a keynote address at Fulton Chapel. Produced by Mary Stanton.
Myrlie Evers-Williams Keynote Speaker at 50 Years of Integration Event
March 6, 2012 by
Myrlie Evers-Williams, widow of Civil Rights Activist Medgar Evers, opened the University’s “50 Year’s of Integration” events recently by delivering a keynote address at Fulton Chapel. Produced by Mary Stanton.